Category: Virginia DPOR

Where can I find the Merit app?
The Merit app is free to download and available for both iOS and Android devices. Anyone with an existing Merit account can download it to view their merits, share and verify merits, check into events, and access unique opportunities. Links to the App Store and Google Play You can download the free Merit…
Webinar: Verifying Virginia DPOR Contractor Licenses Using Merit
In October 2020, Merit sent digital copies of DPOR contractor licenses to the responsible managers on file. Contractors can now keep an official digital version of their A, B, or C business license with them, easily accessible on the job site or whenever needed. Watch this webinar to learn more about accessing and verifying these…
Getting started with Merit and Virginia DPOR
Virginia DPOR now sends your digital individual and contractor license in the form of a merit! Find out how to claim yours below. How to get started Check your email Inbox You will receive an email from DPOR notifying you of your new merit(s), which represents your digital license(s). Your merit(s) will be…
How do I add a license or certification to my Merit account?
Merits are sent to individuals by organizations that register with Merit and go through our validation process. Individuals who hold licenses or certifications are not responsible for or able to independently upload those credentials to their Merit profile. Merit operates this way in order to maintain a network of truth and trust, as every merit…
Troubleshooting guide for the link to accept your merit.
Having trouble with your accept merits link? Below are some frequent speed bumps, see if any of these apply, and follow the steps to resolve any issues. Check the browser you’re using: Are you using a recent version of either Firefox, Chrome, Safari or Edge? If you are unsure if your browser has the latest update,…
How can I renew or update my merit?
The organization that issued your merit is continuing to handle all renewals and updates. You can find their contact information within their organization’s Merit page. To access the organization’s Merit page: Log into your Merit profile via the website app.merits.com Once you’ve logged in, select the merit you’d like to renew or update A link to…
How can I find my merit?
Check your email inbox All merits are sent to the email address your organization has on file for you. Check your email inbox for a notification from help@merits.com letting you know that an organization has sent you a merit. It should look something like this: If you are having trouble finding this email, visit app.merits.com/get-my-merits…
How to update your information within your digital licenses issued by Virginia DPOR.
All requests to update information within your merit must be made on the DPOR website. Your digital license will be issued to whichever email address DPOR currently has on file for you. Update your information with VA DPOR by visiting their website: https://dpor.virginia.gov/FormsAndApplications Email Address Change Form Mailing Address Change Forms Note: Many Boards allow you to update…
What are the ways I can verify a credential using Merit?
When someone shares their digital credential or license from Merit with you, there are two potential sharing methods they could use, both of which make use of the Merit app for both iOS and Android: They can share their Merit key, a QR code that you can scan either from the Merit app or with…